Legal Case Summary

Patel v. City of Anaheim


Date Argued: Tue Oct 07 2003
Case Number: 02-56318
Docket Number: 7861035
Judges:Rymer, Tallman, Leighton
Duration: 20 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Patel v. City of Anaheim** **Docket Number:** 7861035 **Court:** [Relevant Court, if known] **Date:** [Include relevant dates of decisions or filings] **Parties Involved:** - **Appellant:** Patel (Plaintiff) - **Appellee:** City of Anaheim (Defendant) **Overview:** Patel v. City of Anaheim concerns an appeal brought by Patel against the City of Anaheim regarding [insert brief description of the legal issue—e.g., zoning regulations, permit denials, civil rights violations, etc.]. The case highlights significant legal questions about [insert relevant legal principles or issues, such as municipal authority, rights of property owners, or interpretation of local ordinances]. **Facts:** - Patel, a resident/business owner in Anaheim, submitted [describe the action taken by Patel, e.g., an application for a business permit, zoning variance, etc.]. - The City of Anaheim denied the application on [insert date] for reasons including [summarize the rationale given by the City, e.g., noncompliance with zoning laws, concerns about public welfare, etc.]. - Following the denial, Patel challenged the decision through [describe the legal process, such as an administrative hearing, filing a lawsuit, etc.]. **Issues:** 1. Whether the City of Anaheim acted within its legal authority in denying Patel's application. 2. Whether Patel's rights were violated under [cite relevant laws or constitutional provisions, if applicable]. 3. Whether procedural due process was afforded to Patel during the city's decision-making process. **Arguments:** - **For Patel:** The appellant argued that the City's denial was arbitrary and capricious, lacking a sound basis in law or fact. Patel contended that the decision infringed upon his [specific rights, e.g., economic opportunities, property rights] and violated procedures [mention specific due process claims, if any]. - **For the City of Anaheim:** The City maintained that it acted within its discretion under [mention pertinent statutes or regulations] and that the decision was justified based on [include any public policy reasons, safety concerns, compliance with existing laws, etc.]. **Decision:** The court ruled in favor of [insert name of prevailing party, if known], affirming [or reversing] the prior decision. The court found that [summarize the court's reasoning, particularly in relation to the legal issues presented]. **Conclusion:** Patel v. City of Anaheim serves as a significant case concerning the balance between municipal authority and individual rights. The decision underscores the limits of local government power and reinforces the importance of procedural fairness in administrative actions. **Note:** For more detailed insights, one should consult the full text of the court's opinion, available through relevant legal databases or court records.

Patel v. City of Anaheim


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